Mmastodon BusinessEconomy first seen 2 h ago, last 9 min ago, peak #5
Spain's left-wing government credited with cutting public debt
Original: If you face a "Right wing politicians are better at the economy" person: Spain, a country with a left-wing government, d
Commenters are pointing to Spain as a counterexample to the claim that right-wing politicians manage the economy better. Under its left-wing government, Spain raised the minimum wage, increased pension funds and taxed bank profits, while public debt fell. Posts contrast this with countries like the United States, arguing progressive economic policy can deliver fiscal results.
Why now: The argument that left-wing economic policies can reduce public debt challenges a common political belief, prompting debate.
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- If you face a "Right wing politicians are better at the economy" person: Spain, a country with a left-wing government, decided to increase pension funds, raise minimum wage and tax banks' profit etc. The result? It reduced its public debt. Meanwhile, countries like the USA or… · aSweetGentleman@mstdn.social · 10
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